The average train between Preston and Burton upon Trent takes 2h 22m and the fastest train takes 1h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Burton upon Trent. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Preston and Burton upon Trent. The earliest departure is at 4:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Burton upon Trent at 6:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 2h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Preston to Burton upon Trent? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Preston to Burton upon Trent. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Tamworth station via Crewe station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.
Preston to Burton upon Trent train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Burton upon Trent train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Tamworth station.
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The distance between Preston and Burton upon Trent is 127.6 km. The road distance is 151 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Burton-on-Trent via Crewe and Tamworth High Level in around 2h 35m.